Our Ranges of Wines

Kleine Zalze wines are marked by a classical structure and complexity matched by a vibrant flavour intensity. Discernibly South African in style, they are refreshing, beautifully balanced and well-suited to food. Our wines are made according to traditional methods with minimal cellar intervention, but supported by modern equipment.

The intensity of the ‘New World’ with its full fruit flavours combines with the elegance and structure of the ‘Old World’ to yield wines of character, complexity and balance that reflect our terroir and climate. This refined approach to viticulture and wine making, together with the attention to detail and the personal touch that goes with being a family-owned estate, contribute to the ongoing success of Kleine Zalze’s wines.

KZ Family Reserve

These are the flagship wines in our range. The grapes for these wines are selected from exceptional quality single vineyards on the farm. Only the best new oak barrels are used for maturation and special attention is given throughout the wine making process. Family Reserve wines will be available in limited quantities and will only be produced in exceptional vintages.

Vineyard Selection

As the name suggests, the wine is made from a selection of superior grapes from premium-quality vineyards. The best oak barrels are used and special attention is given throughout the wine making process. This limited range provides wines with flavour, complexity, structure and cellaring potential.

Zalze Range

The Zalze range of wines is rooted firmly in the tradition of winemaking excellence that has been followed at Kleine Zalze Estate for decades. This tradition is symbolised on the label through the image of the tree which has been overlooking our vineyards for many years. With its various slopes and soil types, Kleine Zalze's vineyards provide each grape variety with the best possible and most suitable growing conditions, allowing for maximal expression of varietal character.

Foot of Africa

The Foot of Africa is a homage to our beautiful country and continent. Wines are produced from grapes that are specially selected from various vineyards. It is an easy drinking, fun, eye catching, and superb value for money set of wines.

MCC

An old world style sparkling wine crafted from the finest selected parcels of the traditional grape varieties Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, bottle fermented and matured for three years prior to disgorgement. Chardonnay contributes elegance whilst Pinot Noir provides intensity and richness. A subtle pale gold colour in line with a very delicate and elegant nose. A full-bodied classical style Method Cap Classique.

Cleefs

Nicholas Cleef acquired Kleine Zalze in 1695, his belief that Stellenbosch had the potential to produce world class wines led to him developing Kleine Zalze into a wine estate. The Cleef’s range of wine was developed as a tribute to his vision and belief which has led to Kleine Zalze being a successful quality producer since his days of inception.